HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF TURNER KOROTZER

On 2026-09-15, Representative Tim Walberg (R-MI-5) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF TURNER KOROTZER" in the House.

HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF TURNER KOROTZER

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 145 (Tuesday, September 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 145 (Tuesday, September 15, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E919-E920] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF TURNER KOROTZER ______ HON. TIM WALBERG of michigan in the house of representatives Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Mr. WALBERG. Mr Speaker, I rise to recognize Turner Korotzer of Hillsdale as the Veteran of the Month for September, and honor him for his sacrifice and service on behalf of a grateful Nation. Turner enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 2015, serving proudly as a Network Administrator with the Headquarters Battalion of the 1st Marine Division at Camp Pendleton in California. During his service, Turner deployed twice to Kuwait and later to Syria with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Throughout his time in the service, Turner's dedication [[Page E920]] to our Nation and local community earned him the Navy Achievement Medal and the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal. After leaving active duty, Turner's commitment to serving others never ceased, and he became an active member of the local veteran community, joining multiple veteran service organizations, including the Hillsdale American Legion. Turner eventually took on a leadership role with the American Legion, helping to plan Hillsdale's annual Independence Day fireworks event. He also has demonstrated deep dedication to his fellow veterans, providing peer support and, in 2025, organizing and participating in the cleanup of the property of a Vietnam veteran who needed assistance. Over the years, Turner has also volunteered with the Major Henry Holloway Canteen Unit, supporting local fire departments in the Hillsdale community. Turner Korotzer's dedication to service and unwavering commitment to both our Nation and Michigan's local communities should serve as an inspiration to us all. I am honored to share his story today, and I urge my colleagues to join me in celebrating the esteemed accomplishments of this distinguished veteran and public servant. ____________________